2001 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 29 kg more than 2011 Lincoln Town Car.
Because 2011 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2001 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 2001 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mercedes-Benz V | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lincoln |
Model | V | Town Car |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1971 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5471 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2990 mm |